Fiber Optic Internet Providers and TV Companies in 72853, AR


In 72853 there are 2 residential Fiber providers covering 99.63% of the zip. The average home can get speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers below. This does not influence rankings, and helps us provide high-quality detailed information for free.

This page contains all Fiber internet providers in 72853, AR.

To see availability maps for all providers including fiber, cable, DSL, and more in 72853, AR please click below.

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Fiber Internet Service Providers in 72853

Arkwest Communications | Fiber

Availability:

99.63%

Avg. Speed:

1,000 Mbps

Connect 2 First | Fiber

Availability:

6.92%

Avg. Speed:

1,000 Mbps

Data updated 11/14/2025, based on FCC data from 12/31/2024. This is the most current data available as of .


To avoid wasting your time, providers with less than 1% coverage in 72853 are not shown.

 

72853 Satellite TV & Internet Providers

DISH Satellite TV

Availability:

100%

Avg. Speed:

N/A: Call to bundle.

 

DIRECTV Satellite TV

Availability:

100%

Avg. Speed:

N/A

Not sure whether to choose Dish or DIRECTV? For most people most of the time we recommend DISH. But click here to learn more.

 

Viasat Satellite Internet

Availability:

100%

Avg. Speed:

Up to 150 Mbps

(High latency)

 

 

 

Where in 72853 is fiber internet available?

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Fiber is available in 99.63% of 72853. Areas in green have fiber internet service, where areas in yellow or red may not. The most widely available provider is Arkwest Communications. Call one of the companies with service in 72853 above to see who has service at your home.

 

How fast is fiber internet in 72853?

The map below shows maximum fiber internet speeds by area in 72853.

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The average 72853 home can get up to 1,000 Mbps on their fiber internet plan. The fastest fiber download speed in the zip is 1,000 Mbps, which 99.63% of residents can get.

Is fiber the fastest internet I can get in 72853?

The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in 72853 you live. In general, satellite competes most often with fiber in the zip.

  • Fiber is the fastest internet type for 99.63% of 72853 homes.
  • Cable is fastest for less than 1% of the zip.
  • DSL is fastest for less than 1%.
  • Fixed wireless is fastest for less than 1%.
  • Satellite internet may be the only option for less than 1% of 72853 homes.

 

Fiber Providers in Depth

Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in 72853, along with details on where in 72853 and at what speeds.

Arkwest Communications Fiber in 72853, AR

Arkwest Communications fiber coverage

About 99.63%, or 1,885 people, have Arkwest Communications fiber internet available to them in the zip. The company covers the entire 72853 area. Arkwest Communications is a small internet service provider internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of 72853.

 

Arkwest Communications fiber download speeds

Arkwest Communications is one of the fastest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in 72853. Versus other fiber providers in the area, Arkwest Communications fiber is one of the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout 72853. The fastest plan anyone in 72853 can order from Arkwest Communications goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and all 72853 customers can get this speed.

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The following maximum speeds are marketed to Arkwest Communications customers in 72853. Cheaper plans with slower speeds may be available.

  • 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps

 

Arkwest Communications fiber upload speeds

In 72853 download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Arkwest Communications fiber. Compared to other ISPs, Arkwest Communications is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the slowest compared to other 72853 fiber providers. Arkwest Communications offers no different upload speeds across the zip. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in 72853 is up to 100 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.

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Arkwest Communications's 72853 fiber customers can expect the following upload speeds:

  • 100.0% up to 100.0 Mbps

 

 

 

Connect 2 First Fiber in 72853, AR

Connect 2 First fiber coverage

About 6.92%, or 131 people, have Connect 2 First fiber internet available to them in the zip. The company covers the southeast, east, and northeast 72853 area. Connect 2 First is a large internet service provider internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a very small piece of 72853.

 

Connect 2 First fiber download speeds

Connect 2 First is one of the fastest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in 72853. Versus other fiber providers in the area, Connect 2 First fiber is one of the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout 72853. The fastest plan anyone in 72853 can order from Connect 2 First goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and all 72853 customers can get this speed.

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The following maximum speeds are marketed to Connect 2 First customers in 72853. Cheaper plans with slower speeds may be available.

  • 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps

 

Connect 2 First fiber upload speeds

In 72853 download speeds tend to be equal to than upload speeds for Connect 2 First fiber. Compared to other ISPs, Connect 2 First is the fastest where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other 72853 fiber providers. Connect 2 First offers no different upload speeds across the zip. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in 72853 is up to 1,000 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.

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Connect 2 First's 72853 fiber customers can expect the following upload speeds:

  • 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps

 

 

 

 

72853 Fiber by Area

This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to 72853 or any of the areas nearby.

How does fiber internet in 72853 compare to the rest of Arkansas?

Fiber internet speeds in 72853 are much faster versus the average speeds in Arkansas: 0.00 Mbps in Arkansas versus 1,000 Mbps in the zip. The state has similar fiber availability compared to the zip. Average fiber coverage in Arkansas is 0.00% versus 99.63% in 72853.

What zip codes have fiber internet?

Fiber internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around 72853 are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.

Zip CodeInternet Coverage
7285790.06%
7283384.21%
7202598.01%
72860100.00%
7282499.63%
Zip CodeInternet Coverage
7283450.88%
7285876.69%
7280187.71%
72828100.00%
72001100.00%

What does fiber internet look like in other zip codes?

Below are zip codes nearby and with similar populations. This comparison can be useful if living somewhere with fast internet is important to you.

Nearby Zip Codes

  • 72857, AR: less fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 72833, AR: less fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 72025, AR: less fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 72860, AR: more fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 72824, AR: more fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 72828, AR: more fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 72001, AR: more fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 72842, AR: less fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 72126, AR: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 72125, AR: more fiber coverage, similar speeds

Zip Codes with Similar Populations

  • 10986, NY: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 13320, NY: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 15322, PA: less fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 16912, PA: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 17237, PA: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 18321, PA: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 18833, PA: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 62087, IL: less fiber coverage, faster speeds
  • 71027, LA: less fiber coverage, similar speeds
  • 71956, AR: less fiber coverage, similar speeds